Fair Housing
What is 'steering' in the context of fair housing violations?
ADirecting buyers to higher-priced properties for more commission
BGuiding buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on their protected class characteristics✓ Correct
CSuggesting specific lenders to buyers
DAdvising sellers on pricing strategy
Explanation
Steering occurs when an agent directs a buyer toward or away from specific neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, national origin, religion, or other protected characteristics. Even subtle steering — emphasizing certain area characteristics differently based on buyer background — violates the Fair Housing Act.
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